JOB TITLE: Director of Nursing
Eligible for a $5,000 signing bonus!!! (half at the time of hire and second half after 6 months of employment)
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
The Director of Nursing is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Surgery Center. This includes but is not limited to overseeing the scheduling of procedures, inventory control, QA/ QI, staff credentialing, preventative maintenance and safety, risk management and all related supporting services of the ambulatory surgical center and its personnel.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and current state Registered Nurse License required.
- Current American Heart Assn.
- BLS and ACLS certifications also required.
Benefits:- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
- Life Insurance
- PTO
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
- And more!
Location: Tracy Surgery Center | Tracy, CA
Affiliation: Surgery Partners
About the Role We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and hands-on Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical operations and nursing services team. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, accreditation requirements, infection prevention initiatives, and operational best practices.
The Director of Nursing will work closely with physicians, anesthesia providers, executive leadership, and all clinical staff to support efficient daily operations, clinical excellence, staff development, and patient safety initiatives.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated healthcare leader who thrives in a fast-paced ambulatory surgery environment and is passionate about building strong teams and driving continuous improvement.
Responsibilities - Provide leadership and oversight of all nursing and clinical operations throughout the center
- Ensure compliance with AAAHC, CMS, OSHA, CDC, AORN, and regulatory standards
- Oversee infection prevention, quality assurance, QAPI, and patient safety programs
- Collaborate with physicians and leadership teams to optimize patient care and operational workflows
- Support recruitment, onboarding, training, mentoring, and performance management of clinical staff
- Create & monitor staffing schedules, productivity, and clinical competencies
- Promote a positive culture of teamwork, accountability, communication, and professionalism
- Assist with policy development, implementation, and ongoing regulatory readiness
- Participate in accreditation surveys, audits, mock surveys, and continuous readiness initiatives
- Lead clinical education initiatives and competency programs
- Ensure accurate clinical documentation and adherence to company policies and procedures
- Respond to patient concerns and support service recovery initiatives when needed
Qualifications - Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Minimum of 3-5 years of leadership experience in an ambulatory surgery center, perioperative services, or surgical setting preferred
- Strong knowledge of AAAHC accreditation standards, CMS regulations, infection control, and ASC operations
- Experience in perioperative nursing, PACU, Pre-Op, & OR services preferred
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Exceptional leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to lead in a fast-paced, team-oriented surgical environment
- Strong critical thinking and operational management abilities
Why Join Tracy Surgery Center? - No weekends or major holidays
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Collaborative and supportive leadership team
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on patient care and center growth
- Career growth opportunities through Surgery Partners
- Positive culture focused on teamwork, excellence, and patient-centered care
Join Our Team If you are a passionate nursing leader looking to join a growing, high-performing ambulatory surgery center dedicated to clinical excellence and exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Tracy Surgery Center team.
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